I'd remove all your Java versions & reinstall the latest. Also, try changing LW's compatibility mode to win 2000 or NT. Also delete the LW preferences (I don't know if you'll have any but if you do they're most likely corrupt.) Fixes for Limewire

If still problems after that, then ignore the installer & get this 'Other' version: Unzip it & use

Hi again,

I am still struggling with this persistent problem. I have managed to remove the JavaSoft and Limewire keys from Local Machine but cannot remove Magnet because I do not (as Administrator) have rights to access the Handler subkey.

I thought Administrators had God-like power over a system!! Why can I not delete this key? Why is it holding me up in any case?

- Bill

I'm not sure it needs to be removed. LW should be able to reinstall over the top of earlier versions (so long as they're not older than version 4.4). You could try using this utility http://www.ccleaner.com/ which does a decent job of removing redundant keys.

Hi Magnet, you would think it would just install over it but it doesn't. It's as if the Handlers key is locked up - in safe mode logged in as Admin, I cannot delete it or change permissions, I do not have access to it. Magnet yes, Handlers no.

I didn't want to reinstall Windows just to use Limewire, but it looks like I have to . I think this is ultimately a Windows issue moreso than a LW or Java issue. I am using Media Centre 05 if that explains anything to anyone.

- Bill

Also, I've used ccleaner too, as I'de seen you recommend that in another posting. It finds lots of stuff to fix in the registry, but not this Magnet key thing.

I'd really like to avoid reinstalling Windows if anyone has any brilliant ideas!!

- Bill

Yep, did that. Can't rename it as I don't have correct permissions, otherwise I could delete it.